The College Admissions Process Podcast:
Did you know admissions reviewers are piecing together a complete story of who you are — from start to finish? 📖✨
In this clip, Jason McGrath, VP for Enrollment Management at The College of Wooster, breaks down why your application needs to show consistency across every element. For example, if your English teacher recommends you as the best creative writer they’ve ever had 📝, reviewers want to see that shine through in your essay too. That’s when your story “clicks” for them! ✅
Key Takeaways for Applicants:
1️⃣ Coherence matters: Make sure your background, activities, honors, essays, and recommendations align to tell one clear story.
2️⃣ Use all your space: Don’t leave important parts of your story out. Every section of the application is there for a reason.
3️⃣ Explain the gaps: Use the “Additional Information” section to address anomalies (a tough grade, a school transfer, etc.). This helps reviewers understand your full journey.
📌 While it may feel like a big ask, mastering your story is essential to standing out in the admissions process. Watch now to learn how to tell yours with confidence!